Course Goal
1. Learn ways to start learning Chinese
2. Learn fundamentals of the language
3. Learn several common phrases
Course Overview
【Course Introduction】
This is a beginner level course designed for individuals who have never studied Chinese before. The course will discuss a brief history of the Chinese language, the importance of tones, pinyin, dialect and the two main written scripts. Additionally, the course will also give you the tools to continue studying Chinese, and how to stay motivated while doing so. By the end of the program, you will have learned a few basic Chinese words and phrases, along with a strong foundation required to continue self-studying effectively.
【Course Time】
Online Learning 1 hour
【Lecturers】
- Andrew Lambdin
- Nathaniel Lambdin
Outline
Course Content
- 0. Course Introduction
- 1. Chinese Language Basics
- 2. The 4 Skills of Chinese Language
- 3. Learning Software and Resource
- 4. Survival Phrases
- 5. Useful Phrases
- 6. Next Step Towards Chinese Learning